Hello, young learners! Welcome back to Primary 1 National Value Education. In our previous lesson, we learned about Concept Of Security for Basic 1. Today, we’re going to learn about Sources of Danger and Insecurity.
Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you should be able to:
- List two sources of danger and insecurity.
- Express feelings of safety and awareness of their surroundings.
- Share experiences and listen to others about dangers and insecurity.
Sources of Danger and Insecurity
What are sources of danger and insecurity? These are situations or things that can put us in harm’s way or make us feel unsafe.
Some of the sources of danger and insecurity include:
- Road accidents: Cars, buses, and motorcycles can be dangerous if we’re not careful. We should always cross the road at designated crossings and look both ways before stepping onto the road.
- Fire outbreaks: Fire can be very dangerous and can cause serious injuries. We should never play with matches or lighters, and we should be careful when using candles or heaters.
- Strangers offering gifts or rides: We should never accept gifts or rides from strangers, even if they seem friendly. We should always tell a trusted adult if someone makes us feel uncomfortable.
- Unfamiliar animals: Some animals can be dangerous, even if they seem friendly. We should never approach or touch unfamiliar animals.
- Dark or isolated places: We should avoid going to dark or isolated places alone, especially at night.
- Playing near roads or dangerous areas: We should never play near roads or dangerous areas, such as construction sites or water bodies.
- Accepting unknown food items: We should never accept food items from strangers or from places we don’t know.
- Bullying or being bullied: Bullying is a serious problem that can make us feel unsafe and insecure. We should always tell a trusted adult if we are being bullied or if we see someone else being bullied.
- Natural disasters like floods or earthquakes: Natural disasters can be very dangerous and can cause serious damage. We should always listen to the instructions of our parents or teachers during a natural disaster.
- Leaving home without informing guardians: We should always tell our parents or guardians where we are going and when we will be back.
- Playing with sharp or harmful objects: We should never play with sharp or harmful objects, such as knives or scissors.
- Interacting with unfamiliar online contacts: We should never share personal information with people we don’t know online.
Evaluation Questions
Now that you’ve learned about sources of danger and insecurity, let’s see if you can answer these questions:
- What are two main sources of danger and insecurity we discussed today?
- Why is it important to stay away from dark or isolated places?
- How can you keep yourself safe from strangers?
- What should you do if someone is bullying you?
- What are some things you can do to stay safe during a natural disaster?
Conclusion
Remember, staying safe is important. By being aware of the sources of danger and insecurity, we can take steps to protect ourselves and others. Don’t forget to check the comments section if you have any questions, and use the navigation to move to the next lesson. See you in the next lesson!
